7th January 1922
IRON-BRIDGE
THE GALE.—The terrific gale on Dec, 30 did a good deal of damage in the district. The roofs of houses came in for much attention, whilst over £20 worth of damage was done at the Co-operative Stores. The plate-glass window of the boot department was blown, into atoms and considerable damage was also done to mirrors inside the window.
7th January 1922
BROSELEY.
OLD FOLKS' PARTY.— In connection with the Wesley Guild the old folks' party was held on Dec. 29, when up wards of 50 old people enjoyed a splendid tea served up in the schoolroom. They were afterwards entertained to a miscellaneous entertainment which they thoroughly enjoyed. A humorous sketch caused much laughter. Before leaving the guests were presented with a bag of sweetmeats and conveyed to their homes through the generosity of Messrs. Oakley and H. Ball.—The Wesley Guild also entertained the young folks to a splendid tea who afterwards spent the evening in games and competitions. A thoroughly happy time was spent.
SOCIAL CLUB. — A well-attended "smoker" was held
here en Monday. Dr. J G. Boon presided, and he was supported by Lord Forester
(Mayor). Lt. Cecil Forester, Rev. W. Warner (Willey). After a few appropriate
remarks from the chairman, Lord Forester presented the billiard prizes to the
winners, after which a capital programme. was gone through. Messrs. G. W.
Tonkis and W. Davies were the accompanists. Selections were given by
PETTY SESSIONS, Tuesday.- before Lord Forester (Mayor), Dr. Collins, and Ald. J. Nicklin.- The licensing meeting was fixed for February 14. at Broseley.— Mr. Mole; relieving officer, instructed by the Madeley Guardians, made application for a maintenance order to be made against Albert Underwood, single man and a labourer. Hinkshay, Dawley, whose mother was an inmate of the County asylum and who was chargeable against the union.- The officer said the Guardians had asked the defendant to pay 5s. weekly. He was in arrears £2 Underwood was in good work. An order for 5s. weekly was made on defendant, who was ordered to pay the costs.
DISTRICT COUNCIL, Wednesday, Ald. J. Nicklin presiding.—Mr.
Herbert reported the district free from notifiable infectious disease. The
meeting decided to withdraw the closing order provisionally on three cottages
in King Street—The Chairman said there was still a heavy overdraft at the bank
and the collector was instructed to proceed more rapidly with the collection of
the rates.—The Clerk reported that there was a debit balance on the water and
general accounts of £349.—Mr. Richards (surveyor) reported that his expenditure
for the past month amounted to £20. He also stated that he had requested the
owners to cut their fences forthwith and some had already done so.—Dr. Collins
pointed out the dangerous condition of the Benthall road to the Iron-Bridge
station. He suggested that the clerk write the Bridge Trust to ash the road in
slippery weather. The meeting concurred.—The Water Engineer (
JACKFIELD.
SUPPER.—After many years the local Brass Band revived their annual supper, which took place on Dec. 30 in the Institute, when 40 sat down to an excellent spread; one half of which was provided by Messrs. H. Davies and J. Harrison. The rector, Rev. C. R. Hollis, presided and proposed the toast of the King. The toast of the "Band" was proposed by Mr. A. J. Humphries, who in doing so outlined the history of the band from its commencement and hoped before long the band would re- cover an honour it once held of being the premier band in the county. He was pleased to hear that the band had decided to get new instruments before uniforms. Mr. W. Tranter, chairman of the committee, replied, and the Chairman supported it. Mr. T. J. Hearn proposed the "Chairman" saying that, although he had only been there a short time the rector had endeared himself to all, and was deservedly popular. In reply the rector said although he had not yet been here 12 months he had made many good friends and hoped to be able to make more; he wished to take this opportunity of congratulating the band quartette on their recent success, and hoped their success would continue. The "Band Committee" was proposed by Mr. A. Ball, who spoke of the good feeling which prevailed between members and committee and hoped they would continue to back up the members. Mr. Tranter, in reply, said the committee were determined to do this. The rector here presented Mr. A. Budge with a purse of money subscribed by friends at Jackfield to show their appreciation of what Mr. Budge had done for Jackfield in coming down so many times to help in all and every cause. Mr. Budge said this was a surprise to him, but he had always like to come to Jackfield, and hoped to do so and thanked all subscribers. Songs and quartettes were given at intervals by the Jackfield Glee Party: Messrs. P. Price A. Budge, J. Harrison, T. Pritchard, H. Keates, and the Rector. Votes of thanks were given to the ladies who prepared the supper. Messrs H. Davies and J. Harrison, the chairman and the artistes. Mr. C. Jones, secretary, carried out the arrangements for the supper, etc., and Mr. H. Keates for the presentation.
ST. MARY'S.--After the ordinary service on Sunday conducted by the Rev. C. R., Hollis (rector), who preached an admirable sermon, a musical service followed, when solos were admirably rendered by Mrs. Harper. Mrs. Hadley, Mr. A. Hewitt, and Master H. Hudson. Mr. G. Edge presided at the organ. A large congregation contributed £3 towards the memorial bridge fund.
PROPOSED BRIDGE.–Mr. Tranter presided at a meeting of the
14th January 1922
JACKFIELD.
ST. MARY'S.—On Sunday, at the conclusion of evensong, the Epiphany carol, "We three Kings of Orient are" was rendered by the choir.
ORGAN RECITAL—On Monday an excellent organ recital was
given-by Mr. G. W, Tomkiss, A.R.C.O. (organist of
21st January1922
MUCH WENLOCK.
PETTY SESSIONS, Tuesday.—Before Ald Cooke (chairman), J.
Davies and Mr. J. H. A. Whitley.—Before commencing the business of the court,
Ald. Cooke said he should like to make reference to the death of the late Ald.
Dyas who was elected borough magistrate in 1893. He had served the public well
and they much regretted his loss. He moved that a vote of condolence be sent to
the relatives. Mr. Thorn-Pudsey (magistrates' clerk), and Supt. Phillips (on
behalf of the police) associated themselves with what had been said Lord
Forester associated himself with the vote. He added that Ald. Dyas was a fair
and impartial magistrate and one who always attended to his duties. The motion
was silently carried, the court standing.— Emily Annie Firmstone, married
woman, Homer, was charged with being, drunk and. disorderly.—Sergt. Lovatt
stated that after 11 o'clock at night on the 24th ult., he found defendant in a
drunken condition and: she was also using bad language. Owing to her condition
he took her home to Homer. Defendant wrote a letter to the Bench declaring she
was not drunk. She had been carol singing. She was gined 10s. — Cecil Wilde,
Benthall, motor mechanic, was charged with driving a motor cycle without a
license at Iron-Bridge. He was also charged with having no rear light on the
motor cycle and sidecar.- P.C. Powell proved the case.—Defendant said the light
must have gone out.—Supt. Phillips said defendant tried to square the officer, which was a
serious offence. Defendant was fined 15s. in each case.—Rupert Parsons, motor
car proprietor,
28th January 1922
PROPERTY SALES.
Messrs. Barber and Son, auctioneers,
4th February 1922
BOROUGH OF WENLOCK.
BROSELEY SANITARY COMMITTEE.
APPOINTMENT OF RATE COLLECTOR,
APPLICATIONS are invited for the appointment of GENERAL DISTRICT and WATER RATE COLLECTOR for the Broseley Sanitary Division; salary £70 per annum. Applicants must be prepared to reside in the Division, be competent bookkeepers, and devote adequate time to the performance of the duties. The appointment will be subject to three calendar months' notice, and the person appointed must give security in the sum of £500 in a Guarantee Society, the premium on which will be paid by the Committee. The appointment will date from 31st March, 1922, and selected Candidates will have notice when and where to attend. Canvassing will be a disqualification.
Forms of application can be obtained from the under-signed, to whom they must be returned with copies of three testimonials of recent date, not later than the 25th February, 1922.
FREDK.
Town Clerk.
Town Clerk's Office, Much Wenlock,
IRON-BRIDGE.
PETTY SESSIONS, Tuesday (Before Lord Forester (Mayor), Ald.
B. Maddox, Messrs. W. Bishop and W. Roberts),—On taking his seat Lord Forester
said he should like to make reference to the late Ald. Dyas, who was one of
their senior magistrates. He always attended this court, and he was sure they
all know how very attentive he was to his duties, he was most fair and
impartial, He was particularly interested in this part of the borough, and he
moved that a vote of condolence be sent to the relatives of the deceased. Mr.
Thorn Pudsey (magistrates Clark), Mr. J.
C. Bowden (solicitor), and Superintendent Phillips also associated themselves with
his lordship’s remarks. The vote was carred in silence, the court standing.—The
license of the: White. Hart,
JACKFIELD
FOOT-BRIDGE.— Another whist drive and dance were held on the 27th ult., in the Gymnastic Room, kindly lent by Messrs. Maw and Co.; on behalf of the bridge, and considering the climatic conditions, was fairly successful. Mrs. Aston kindly presented the prizes as follows:—Ladies: Miss N. Bentley, Mrs. Humphries; consolation, Miss D. Tranter. Gents.: Mr. G. Hall, Mr. F. Bradley: consolation, Mr. A. Bagnall. Mr. P. Price acted as M.C. for the whist, and Mr. H. Southorn for the dancing. The local brass band voluntarily supplied the music. Mr. H. Keates successfully carried out the secretarial duties, and the following ladies were in charge of the buffet:—Mesdames Tranter, Keates, Wilson, Perkins, Hearn and Lewis.
STRANGE EVIDENCE
AT INQUEST ON JACKFIELD WOMAN.
An inquest was held at
It was stated that the woman slipped on the frosty ground on
January 18 and broke her thigh. A doctor ordered her removal to the
Dr.Hugh Zanasi, house surgeon of the latter, said he was not in a position to explain why deceased should have been refused admission Broseley.—The Coroner: "You had no hesitation in admitting her, I suppose?"—"No."
Further evidence having boon given that, the woman had died as the result of heart disease, which was not influenced by the fall, the Coroner recorded a verdict of "Death from natural causes."
11th February 1922
JACKFIELD
18th February 1922
PUBLIC NOTICES.
COUNTY COUNCIL OF SALOP.
TO THE ELECTORS OF THE BROSELEY DIVISION.
Ladies and Gentlemen,-
I beg to offer you my services once more, if you consider, that I am a fit and proper person to represent your interests. I have endeavoured in the past, and particularly-during the last 12 months to work for economies which I consider can be carried out without impairing efficiency. In my opinion no stone should be left unturned in order to find any possible means of relief to the ratepayers, of which they are in such urgent need, and should you do me the honour of again electing me to act as your representative, I shall continue to urge that policy on the Council by every means in my power.
Yours faithfully,
FORESTER. Feb., 1922.
BROSELEY.
Don't Forget J. B. Dickin and Co.'s Great Annual Clearance
Sale Commences or Friday Next, Feb. 24th. The Greatest
TOWN HALL—In aid of the funds of the new memorial bridge for Jackfield and Coalport, a whist drive and dance was held on Wednesday in the above hall. The capable M.C.'s were Messrs. H. Southern and L. Ashwood, and Mr. L. Dixon supplied the music.
HOMING SOCIETY.—Under
the auspice of this society, a show of racing pigeons and cage birds was held
at the Pheasant Hotel on Saturday, and was in every respect a success. Mr. H.
H. Powell, who takes a keen interest in the society, was capable judge, whilst
the secretarial duties were ably discharged by Mr. G. Cadwallader. The awards
were:—Pigeons. — Cock bred prior to 1921-1 Wall. 2 Pope, 3 Hollins. Hen
(ditto)-1 and special for best hen Davies, 2 Cadwallader, 3 Wall. Cock, rung
1921-1 and 2 Wall, 3 Instone. Hen rung 1921—1 and 3 Wall, 2 Hollins. Cock
1921-1 and special (best cock, to show best flights) Wall, 2 Cadwallader, 3
Wall. Hen, 1921, to show best flights-1 and 2 Wall, 3
SUDDEN DEATH. —There passed away early on Sunday morning a
respectable inhabitant in the person. of Mr. George Gilbert at his residence in
LICENSING SESSIONS, Tuesday before Lord Forester (Mayor),
Ald. Prestage, J. Davies, B. Maddox, and Messrs. Whitley, Bishop, and
Williams.—Supt: Phillips presented his annual report, Which stated that there
were in the Borough of Wenlock 56
fully-licensed houses. 24 beerhouses (on), 2 beerhouses (off), and 8 grocers'
licenses (off); total 90 an addition of one "off" license, which was
granted at the adjourned licensing meeting last year, for a wine license at a
chemist's shop at Broseley. There were also two registered clubs, an increase
of one club, this having been registered last year. The population of the borough
was 15,244 (census 1911), which gave an average of 186 per sons to each
licensed house. This did not include the grocers' licenses. During the year
ended 31st December, 1921, 11 persons had been proceeded against for
drunkenness and convicted. The
convictions for drunkenness for the three previous years were as follow:-1918
1, 1919 0, 1920 12, During the year one licensed person had been proceeded
against for an offence under the Licensing Act, and was ordered, to pay costs.
With this exception the houses had been conducted satisfactorily. At the
adjourned licensing meeting on 1st March 1921, the license of the
25th February 1922
COUNTY COURT.
Before his Honour Judge Ivor Bowen K.C.
MUCH WENLOCK.
BOROUGH COUNCIL. Wednesday, Right Hon. Lord Forester (Mayor)
presiding His Lordship said they all knew of the loss they had sustained since
the last meeting by the death of their old friend, the late Alderman A. B.
Dyas. He begged to move a resolution of condolence and sympathy to his
relatives on behalf of the Council. The resolution was carried whilst the
members stood.— By ballot Councillor Bryan (Madeley) was unanimously elected
Alderman in the place vacated by the late Alderman A. B. Dyas. Alderman Bryan returned
his sincere thanks for the honour they had conferred upon him. He appreciated their
action very much. He had always endeavoured to do his best for those he
represented, and he hoped he should I be spared to continue, the good work.—On
the motion of Alderman Maddox, it was decided to declare a vacancy in the
Madeley and Barrow wards.—Alderman Maddox was appointed to act as returning
officer for the Madeley ward, and Mr. W. G. Dyas was elected governor on the
Coalbrookdale County School Governing Body. Mr. Parker was elected on the Finance
Committee, and Mr. Dyas on the Contagious Diseases (Animal) Committee. Alderman
Prestage was appointed returning officer for the County Council elections in
the borough.—Alderman Cooke remarked that the quarterly payments amounted to £999,
and £617 was required to be raised by a borough rate. He moved that a rate of
3d. in the pound be levied. The motion was seconded by Mr. Edwards and carried.
For the Barrow ward, Alderman Davies moved that a rate of 1s. 10d. in the pound
be levied. He said they required £600. Agreed—Alderman Prestage moved that a
district rate of 4s. 6d. in the pound be levied for Broseley, an increase of
6d. He said the amount to be raised was £1,864, out of which £1,200 went towards
the water supply, which was a good one. He also moved a water rate of 2s. 6d.
in the pound. Mr. Doughty seconded the motions, which were adopted.—Alderman
Maddox said Madeley's expenditure was £4,687, out of which £2,054 went towards water loans and principle interest; 1s. 4d.
in the pound of this rate went towards supplying outside authorities with
water. They hoped very soon they would be able to get more money from those
authorities, something like fair play to their own ratepayers. He moved they
levy a general district rate for Madeley of 5s. 4d. in the pound, 1s. increase,
and a water rate of 2s. 6d., 6d. increase. Alderman Bryan seconded.
Carried.—Alderman Cooke then moved a general district rate for Wenlock of 4s.
6d. in the pound, a decrease- of 6d., and a water rate of 2s. 6d., also 1s. 8d. per 1,000
gallons. Mr. Edwards seconded. Carried.
— Messrs. Roberts and Norgrove were appointed representative trustees of the
Charity Commissioners for Little Wenlock, whilst Messrs: F. Roberts and
Norgrove were nominated representative managers of the Little Wenlock Church of
England School. It was decided to affix the Corporate seal to the purchase of a
site for the tip in the Madeley Sanitary Division, and to affix Corporate seal
to the deed of conveyance. It was also decided to affix the Corporate seal to
the deed of conveyance of the site of the Coalbrookdale War Memorial and also
the Corporate seal to the 24 grants of Right of Burial in the
4th March 1922
BROSELEY
CONCERT.—In aid of the funds of the local cricket club, a concert was given on Monday, in the Town Hall, by Mr. J. Coleman and party. The hall was crowded and the venture was a huge success. All the artistes were in good voice and encores were frequent. The duets were particularly good, the voices blending splendidly, Mr. Jas. Coleman soon established himself a favourite. Mr. W. Davies was a capable accompanist. Programme:—Duet, "Love is the means to make us glad," Miss Margaret and Mr James Coleman; song, " My heart is weary,” Miss Phoebe Capper; song; "The Sailors Grave," Mr. Ben Aucott; song, "Love's a Merchant," Miss 'Margaret. Coleman; songs, "My Aim", "The Scent of the Roses", "The Great Game", Mr. James Coleman; recital, " Godiva,", Miss Dukes; duet, "The Two Beggars", Messrs. Ben Aucott and James Coleman; duet, "Break! Diviner Light", Miss Capper and Mr. J. Coleman.; recital, "Struck", Miss Dorothy Dukes; songs, " Old Cronies", " My Hope," Mr. James Coleman; song. "Daddy's Sweetheart", Miss Margaret Coleman; songs, " A Posy of Roses," "Twilight Shadows”, Mr. Ben. Aucott; song, "Entreat me not to leave Thee", Miss Phoebe Capper; recitals, "Fairies," "Nine, Ninette, Ninon", Miss Dorothy Dukes; duel, "I wish to tune my Quiv'ring Lyre ", Messrs. Ben Aucott and James Coleman; "God Save the King".
DISTRICT COUNCIL, Wednesday, Alderman Prestage presiding.—The Sanitary Inspector stated that no infectious disease existed in the Broseley Ward, but reported several nuisances, and the usual orders mere made. On the officer's recommendation a license for a slaughterhouse was granted to Mr. J. Morris, Jackfield, for a period of one year.—In his report, the Borough Surveyor said that the Broseley to Iron-Bridge road was in a very bad condition. His estimate for the next financial year to be spent on this particular road was £340, which amount was required annually for some years to get it to a proper standard. He strongly recommended that application be made to the County Council for an extra grant. The committee decided to ask the Wenlock Town Council to make in application to the county authorities for an increased grant for this purpose- Mr. Instone of Woodlands Farm attended the meeting and called the attention of the Council to the flood of water from the Stocking field over Woodlands Green; also that certain roads he traversed should be metalled.—The Chairman said that at these times they could not spend much money, and the matter was left in the hands of the surveyor.—As to roadmen's wages, these were fixed, minimum 30s. per week and maximum 33s. per week, the surveyor to deal with his men according to merit.—The Town Clerk reported a debit balance on the two accounts after meeting liabilities of £939, but Mr. Oakes had paid in £58 since the books were made up. As to the water rate the Town Clerk gave his ruling that the first instalment should be paid by law on the lst of July, and the second on the 1st January. Proceedings could be taken immediately after these dates were passed: —Alderman Prestage said the, rates must be got in promptly to save bank interest; and Mr. Oakes was instructed to clear both district and water rates up this month, and if not paid to take proceedings against the defaulters.—The water engineer stated that the Posenhall reservoir had been kept a good average height, and stood at 7ft. 6in. that morning, he gave details of certain work and renewals carried out during the month and notices served for certain lead services to be taken out and iron substituted which he stated was more economical both to the Council and to the consumers. He had received an application from Mr. Bennett, who was now trading as a butcher at Mill House, Benthall, for an extension of water service pipe to a building to be used as a slaughterhouse if passed as suitable. The engineer was instructed to carry out the work in accordance with the regulations providing Mr. Bennett paid the cost of the extension and the sum four (4) Pounds per annum for the water.—Mr. Callear told the meeting that in the year-ending March, 1913 (pre-war), Dawley consumed 8,441,000 gallons of water, which had risen for the year ending March, 1921, to 19,368.000 gallons. As to Shifnal, their consumption had risen from 19,008,000 gallons in 1913 (pre-war), to 29n410,000 gallons in 1921. These figures for outside authorities alone proved the extra power required at the pumping station at Harrington.—The Council went into committee to consider the eight applications for the post of rate collector.
11th March 1922
SWINNEY FARM, COALPORT,
one mile from Coal port Station (L. and N.W. and G.W. Rlys.) and two from Broseley.
SALE
BARBER & SON
Have been instructed by Mr: T. Parton (who is leaving) to Sell by Auction, on
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 22nd, 1922,
47 DAIRY and STORE CATTLE
Viz.: 28 Dairy Cows and Heifers, 7 two-year-old Hereford Bullocks, 11 Yearlings; and Bull,
6 HORSES, including the Shire Mare, "Swinney Forest Queen" (by "Ratcliffe Forest Ring"), and the Entire Horse, "Swinney Draughtsman"(by "Bailsdon Draughtsman").
66 SHEEP, viz.: 31 Ewes and their Lambs, 34 very fresh Tags, and Ram
5 In-Pig SOWS and GILTS.
About 20 Bags of Oats, about one Ton of Eating and Seed Potatoes. IMPLEMENTS, and other Effects.
Catalogues may be obtained from the Auctioneers' Offices,
BROSELEY.
THE DEATH occurred on the 2nd Inst. of an old and respected, inhabitant in the person of Mrs. Jane Denstone, at her residence at 14 Woodlands Green Deceased was buried at Broseley. Cemetery on Saturday, when the Rev. W. A. Terry (vicar of Benthall) took the service.
CONCERT.—At the Wesleyan Chapel en Wednesday the members and
friends of the chapel choir gave .an excellent concert to a large congregation
The artistes were:— Miss Swift, Miss Mellor. Mr, F. Francis and Mr. W.
21st March 1922
RE MISS ISABELLA THORN (DECEASED). Pursuant. to the Law of Property Amendment Act, 1889 (22nd and 23rd—Victoria, Chapter 35).
NOTICE is hereby given that all Creditors and Persons having CLAIMS or DEMANDS upon or against the Estate of Isabella Thorn, late of Broseley, in the County of Salop, spinster, deceased who died on the 13 day of October, 1921, and whose Will was proved by Donald Llewellyn Prestage, the sole Executor therein named, on the 5th day of January, 1922 in the district Probate Registry at Shrewsbury, are hereby required to send in the particulars of their Claims and Demands to the under signed, the Solicitors to the said Executor, on or before the 28th day of April,1922. And notice also hereby given that after that day the said Executor will proceed to distribute the assets the deceased amongst the persons entitled thereto, having regard only to the Claims of which he shall then have notice, and that he will not be for the assets or any part thereof so distribute to any person of whose Debt of Claim he shall not then have had notice.
Dated this 14th day of March, One thousand nine hundred and twenty-two.
POTTS & POTTS, Broseley,
JACKFIELD
COALPORT BRIDGE.—Mr. W. Traner presided over the monthly meeting of the above committee on Tuesday, when the secretary. (Mr. C. Jones) stated that ate had received an estimate from the Cleveland Bridge and Engineering Co. for the erection of same price of which was £1,046 exclusive of floor boards; also that Hill and Smith's had promised to send revised prices. He was instructed to call a further meeting on receipt of same. He reported that if all promised subscriptions were realised they had now £1,000 towards the amount required. Mr. Taylor reported that £9 13s. 10d, had been made as a result of the draw for a pig given by Mr. W. Gough, and the secretary reported that up to now the profit from sale of calendars was about £3, and that Messrs. W. Exley and Sons had subscribed £10. It was decided to proceed with other schemes to raise the remaining money as soon as possible.
IRON-BRIDGE.
PETTY SESSIONS, Tuesday (Before Lard Forester (Mayor), Messrs. F. B. Smith, B. Maddox, W. Roberts, W. Bishop and J. n Barker).—Sarah Speed married woman, Iron-Bridge, was charged with obtaining 1s. 6d. by false pretences from Annie Instone with intent to cheat and defraud her of same.— Florence Taylor, Legge's Hill, Broseley, said she was working at Mrs. Instone's House, and about 5, defendant's daughter, Mary, asked her to ask Mrs. Instone if she would let her granddad have as they had no fire or bread in the house. She told Mrs. Instone, who gave her 1s. 6d., which she handed to the child. She said granddad told her to come.—Mrs. Annie In-stone, Lincoln Hill, gave corroborative evidence. — Abraham Smith, labourer, Iron-Bridge, denied he sent his daughter Sarah to Mrs. Instone. He had not had the money. P.C. Kershaw (Iron-Bridge) stated defendant admitted to him she had the money, and that she was going to make a rug for her.—Defendant was bound over in the sum of £25 for 12 months, and placed under the supervision of the police court missioner.
BROSELEY.
APPOTNTMENT.—Capt. Penn (
AT the annual Easter Conference of 'the National Union of
Teachers to be held at Torquay,
WESLEYAN CHAPEL. — Special services were held on Sunday and collections taken on behalf of the trust funds. Able sermons were delivered by the Rev, H. Kirby (Dawley), and the choir rendered special music
A KIND ACTION.— For the benefit of St. Dunstan's funds a Broseley lady has sold £4 worth of button holes from her garden the receipt of which has been acknowledged by the secretary of the hospital who thanked the lady for the very gratifying contribution of £4. The secretary hoped she would accept and convey the expression of their sincere thanks on behalf of the gallant men who will benefit by such practical interest in their welfare. They considered it very good of her to say she would continue to collect for their funds.
25th March 1922
MUCH WENLOCK
TOWN COUNCIL.—A special meeting was held on Wednesday, Ald.
Prestage (deputy mayor) presiding.—The Deputy Mayor welcomed the two new
councillors, Messrs Murphy and Raleigh, who suitably replied. A letter was read from the Home Office, relating
to explosive regulations In the Borough, in which they requested that immediate
attention should be given to the Mater by the Council. The Town Clerk reported
that 44 licenses had been issued under the Act referred to. The Ministry Health
wrote stating that they declined to confirm the bye law passed by the Courts to
adopt the humane killer in slaughter houses in the borough. A letter was read
from the Higher Education Committee the county, asking for the names of the borough
representatives on the Board of Managers of the
JACKFIELD.
OBITUARY.—Mr. Ralph Rockingham passed away at the Duke of
Wellington on Sunday at the early age of 33 years. The deceased, who had only
kept the house for about three years, had endeared himself to all with whom he
came in contact and had made many fiends. Be was badly wounded in the late war
and lately had one of his feet a amputated and from the after-effects of the
wounds he never really recovered. He took to his bed about three weeks ago and
died from haemorrhage. He was at one time a fair all-round sportsman and since
he came to the district had done much to foster sporting being chiefly
instrumental in forming the Wrekin Junior Football League; he was a member of
the Half-Moon Bowling Club. The widow and family have the sympathy of the whole
district in their sad bereavement. Ha was buried on Thursday at
IRON-BRIDGE
A KIND TURN. — At the request of the Jackfield and Coalport Bridge Committee Mr. Holloway generously gave a free night for the benefit of the above fund on Wednesday week at his theatre, when the place was crowded, and on Wednesday he kindly did the same for the benefit of the Jackfield Band new instrument fund, when it was again well patronised. Mr. W. Tranter, chairman of the committee moved a vote thanks to Mr. Holloway.
1st April 1922
BENTHALL.
MOTHERS' UNION.— A special service was held in the
VESTRY MEETING.— On Thursday the annual vestry meeting for the purpose of appointing churchwardens and sidesmen and nominating overseers for the ensiling year was held in the schoolroom. The vicar (Rev. W. . A. Terry), who occupied the chair, thanked the churchwardens and sidesmen for their services during the past year. The churchwardens' accounts showed a credit balance of £6 3s. 11d. Colonel G. G. Heywood (Tickwood Hall) was unanimously re-elected people's warden, and the vicar stated that he had appointed Mr. J. B. Oakley (Benthall Farm) as his Warden. The following were re-appointed sidesmen:—Messrs. Wm. Cross, J. A. Barber, T. Minton, with the addition of Mr. J. Cross junr. The following were nominated overseers for the parish:- Messrs, C. O. Dyas, J B. Oakley, R. Walkinshaw, and T. Wilde.
LINLEY.
VESTRY.—On Thursday the annual vestry was held, the Rev. A. C. Howell in the chair. Capt. Rouse-Boughten and Mr. H. J. Norgrove were appointed churchwardens. Overseers nominated were Messrs. J. Norgrove, T. Crierson, and H Hayes. This concluded the business.
BROSELEY.
VESTRY.—The Rev. A. C. Howell (rector) presided at the annual vestry on the 24th ult., when the retiring officers were thanked for their services. The rector re-appointed Dr. Collins as his warden, and Mr. J. A. Downes was also re-elected people's warden. The overseers nominated were Messrs. E. S. White, H. Davis, W. Kenyon, W. E. Price, J. E. Rowe, and W. H. Smith. The meeting was adjourned.
OBITUARY.— After a few days' illness the late Mr. T. Garbett
expired. Deceased was a prominent friendly society man, and did a lot of good
in collecting money for the hospitals. He was an ardent worker at
WILLEY.
THE FUNERAL of Mrs. Penson took place on Wednesday at
8th April 1922
JACKFIELD
THE BAND.— At the general meeting last month it was suggested getting new instruments, and this has been followed up, and at a committee meeting held on Wednesday the secretary reported that an order had now been placed with Messrs. Boosey and Co. for 18 new instruments, silver plated, etc. Mr. Tranter (chairman) remarked that as the band were always willing to help at all local functions free he hoped the public would give them the best help possible to pay off the debt as soon as possible. A sub-committee was appointed to arrange a programme for raising the necessary funds.
BROSELEY.
Dick's Great Clearance Sale of Boots, Shoes, Slippers, and
Leggings, now on. Best quality. Real leather goods. All reduced for
ODDFELLOW'S FUNERAL. — The funeral of Mr. Thomas Garbett took Place on March 30 in the cemetery, Rev. A. C. Howell officiating at the church and the graveside. There was a large attendance of fellow workmen from Messrs. Maw's, where the late. Mr. Garbett had been employed for thirty years, also about fifty of his colleagues from the Oddfellows Friendly Society, the Hospital Sunday Committee, Flower Show Committee, Broseley Social Club, War Memorial Bridge Committee, Jackfield Brass Band Committee, Broseley War Memorial Committee were ail represented. Mr. Homer Wase took the Oddfellows portion of service at the graveside. The following contributed beautiful floral wreaths:—His beloved wife and family, Mr. and Mrs. S. Garbett and family, Mr. and Mrs. Meredith and family, Manchester; Mr. and Mrs. Beard and family, Birmingham, (late of Broseley), Doris and Amy, nieces, Gertie, Mr. and Mrs. E. Leadbetter and family, Broseley, Mr. and Mrs. Lane and family, Mr. and Mrs. Corfield and family, Mr. and Mrs. J. Colley and family, Mr. and Mrs. E. Millward, members of Broseley Social Club, Committee, of Jackfield-Coalport Memorial Bridge, Jackfield Brass Band, Broseley United Friendly Society, Committee of Pheasant Hotel Flower Show, his fellow workmen of the Press-shop.
DISTRICT COUNCIL, Wednesday, Alderman Prestage presiding.—
With reference to the Foundry. Lane drain the Surveyor expressed the opinion
that the owner should be requested to clean out the catch pit periodically.—
The meeting decided to take no action at present. Mr. Richards reported he had
fixed up the roadmen's wages from 30s. to 38s. per week. The surveyor was
instructed to attend to the
15th April 1922
THE GREAT WAR
Lest we forget
ROBERTS.—
In loving remembrance of a clear son and brother, Pte. George Roberts, New
House, Coneybury, Broseley, believed drowned in the
Originally named the "Ortona", the
George was a private (242736) in the 5th Bn. Royal Welsh Fusiliers. He is buried, or listed, on grave II. A. 10 at Syra cemetery
.
Syra
is an island of the
BROSELEY.
OBITUARY.—After a brief illness the wife of Mr. F. Watkins expired on Sunday. Deceased, who was 47 years of age, was held in high esteem.
ST. DUNSTAN'S.—The district whist drive championship in connection with St. Dunstan's is fixed to be played at Broseley Town Hall on the 26th inst. The towns in. eluded are:—Bridgnorth, Alveley, Wenlock, Coalbrookdale, Dawley, Horsehay, Madeley; and Broseley. Mr. E. S. White is the organiser.
MUCH WENLOCK.
PETTY SESSIONS, Tuesday.—Before Lord Forester (Mayor), Ald. J. Davies and B. Maddox—The license of the Duke of Wellington, Jackfield, was transferred to Mrs. Rockingham.—The transfer of the license of the Miner's Arms, Madeley, to Mr. Gainham, was granted.—Edwin Bagnall, 48, labourer, Broseley, was charged with stealing a wooden rail at Benthall, valued £1, the property of Lord Forester.—Richard Clinton. gamekeeper, Benthall, stated the facts of the case.—Thomas Grierson, woodranger, estimated the damage at £1.—P.C. Penny, (Broseley) said defendant did no work.—Defendant denied the charge.—Ald. B. Maddox (chairman) told the defendant Lord Forester did not press the case, but he was desirous of stopping this pilfering. He would be fined £1, and ordered to pay the damage £1, or one month's imprisonment. He would he allowed 14 days to pay. Bagnall was also told if he repeated the offence, he would be liable to 12 months' imprisonment.—Lord Forester did not sit in this case.
22nd April 1922
THE GREAT WAR
Lest we forget
HILL—To the clear and sacred memory of our brother-in-law,
Sapper George Hill, killed in
JACKFIELD.
CONCERT.—In aid of the Wesleyan Chapel renovation fund a
successful concert was given in the
ST. MARY'S.—On Easter Sunday the church was most effectively decorated throughout; the spring flowers had been arranged with considerable taste and skill by all concerned. The numbers at the early celebrations exceeded all previous figures, and there were large congregations at the sung Eucharist and evensong. The music at the Eucharist was reverently rendered by the choir, also Stainer's "They have taken away my Lord" at evensong, when the soloists were Mr. Basil Tranter and Harry Hudson. The choir was under the direction of Mr. W. and Mr. Gerald Edge accompanied the services at the organ. The collections for the day more than doubled the average amount of previous years.
BROSELEY.
THE FUNERAL of the wife of Mr. J. Watkins took place on
Thursday at the
CANTATA.—At All Saints' Church on Good Friday an augmented choir gave Stainer's cantata "Crucifixion". There was a good congregation. Mr. F. S. Francis (tenor) sang with great taste and precision. Messrs. W. Davies and J. W. Price gave distinction in the bass solos. The singing of -the great choir was a tribute to Mr. W. Davies's efforts as conductor, whilst Miss Watkis accompanied on the organ.
CHILDREN'S CONCERT.—The members of the Young Leaguers Union
of the Broseley Branch in connection with the National Children's Home and
Orphanage, of which Mr. J. A. Hartshorne is the local secretary gave two
delightful entertainments at the
MADELEY.
THE DEATH of Mrs. Stevenson took place Saturday after a prolonged illness. Deceased who was 76 years old, was the wife of Mr Geo. Stevenson, ex-borough surveyor. Deceased was buried on Tuesday in the churchyard.
29th April 1922
BROSELEY.
COURT LEET.— This, one of the oldest institutions in county,
held its annual meeting on Tuesday at the Old Court House, the residence of
Mrs. Smith. The Steward (Mr. F. H. Potts) having called the amercement roll,
the following constables were elected for the year:—Messrs. H. Roberts
(Broseley), W. H. Meredith (Jackfield), R. Clinton (Benthall), R. Smith
(Willey),
A CONCERT was given in the Congregational Sunday School by the children, on the 20th inst., in aid of Renovation Fund. Mr. Marsh, Bridgnorth presided. The following programme was well rendered:.—Pianoforte solo, Miss L Jones; action song, "Dolly's Washing Day"; song, Mr. L. Walmsley; action song, "Little Soldiers"; sketch :"Dreamland"; song, Miss B. Corfield; duet, Miss J. Taylor and Mr. A. Gittings; recitation, Miss E. Goodall; sang, Dolly Jones; sketch, "Tilley O'Toole" by S. Madeley, M. Shaw and N. Denstone; pianoforte solo, Mrs. N. Williams; song, Miss L. Jones; action song, "Drunkards"; recitation, Miss E. Goodall; duet, Misses L Jones and Corfield; action song, "Dolly's Tea Party"; sketch, "Ionquilla's Necklace"; song, Jenny Denstone; action song by elder girls. It was again repeated on the 21st inst, Mr. Madeley presiding. The training of the children reflected great credit on their teachers, Misses E. Goodall, B. Corfield and L. Jones (accompanist)
JACKFIELD
ST. MARY'S EASTER VESTRY AND PAROCHIAL CHURCH MEETING were held in the Institute on the 20th inst. The Rector (Rev. C. R. Hollis) presided and nominated Mr. Hearn as his warden. Much to the regret of the meeting, Mr. Perkins particularly requested to be relieved of his office, as he felt the immediate need of more leisure. So Mr. J. A. Smith, who kindly consented to act, was unanimously elected parish warden. The accounts made up and audited to Dec. 31 showed good balances and were duly passed; a report was also given of the work of the Church Council during the past year. The representatives elected to the ruridecanal conference were Messrs. Hearn, Hudson, Hollis, G. S. Williams, Miss Jones, and Mrs. A. Smith. Mr. Hearn was chosen as representative to the diocesan conference. The Church Council auditors and sidemen for the coining year were also appointed. Votes of thanks to the churchwarden:- (Messrs. Hearn and Perkins), Mr. Dodd Mr. Ball. Mr. T. J. Hearn, Miss Hollis, and the auditors (Messrs. G. Roe and T. J. Hearn) were carried, together with one to the Rector for his work as chairman.
6th May 1922
BROSELEY.
CONCERT. Iron-Bridge
and district orchestra, of which Mr. R. Candlin is an able leader, gave their
first concert in the Town Hall on Monday, which was well patronised. The
execution by the hand was realty brilliant and the audience showed, their
appreciation by rapturous applause. “The Motor Ride" was particularly good.
Mr. Tom Griffiths conducted with conspicuous ability, whilst Mr. W. J. Hawkins
proved a skilful accompanist. The singing of the local glee party (Messrs. A. and
ANNIVERSARY.- The Old Baptist Sunday School Anniversary was held on Sunday, when three able. sermons were.. preached by Mr. R. N. Moore, of Madeley. Special singing of the children reflected credit on the trainer and conductor, Mr. R. Tonkis (supt.). Mrs. Ellis Clarke was an excellent accompanist. The event was in every way a great success.
DISTRICT COUNCIL, Wednesday,— Ald.. J. Nicklin presiding.—Mr.
F. W. Derry (town clerk) reported there was a debit balance on the general district
and water rates of £870; last year the amount was £1,236, so they were better
off today. Mr. Herbert told the meeting that there was no notifiable infectious
disease in the district. He also reported a number of nuisances, and the usual
orders were made. With reference to Mr. C. R. Jones's application re drain at
Fox lane, two delegates were appointed to visit the place and give their
sanction for the repair or otherwise. The surveyor (Mr. Richards) reported that
his expenditure for the past month was £109 19s. 11d. There were four tenders
received for scavenging the town, viz.,
Mr. S. W. Instone £42, Mr. H. M. Ball £44, Mr. J. Oakley £56, and
JACKFIELD.
PRESENTATION.—On April 28 the local Prize Band were presented
with new set of Boosey instruments, silver plated, with cases. Ald. J. Nickin in making the presentation,
referred to the good work done by the band for local affairs, and recalled the
time when the band was instituted in 1894, and said he was pleased to see that
the interest then taken had been followed up with such success ass to he now in
possession of a set of the best instruments made by the very best makers. He
said he must congratulate the band on having a good committee, who had undertaken
to raise the money (about £340), and he hoped the members and general public
would give them all the help possible. Mr. Tranter moved a vote of thanks to
Mr. and Mr W. T. Hudson seconded, and it was carried. The band gave a short
concert in good style, conducted by Mr.
J Wilde. The cornet solo "A Perfect Day" and euphonium solo "
A PRETTY WEDDING took place on Monday at
13th May 1922
BROSELEY.
Jackfield Prize Band will parade the streets, Saturdays, May 20 and 27; also Concert in the Square, Sunday, May 14th. -Collections for New Instrument Fund.
SPORTS.—The annual sports meeting was held on May 5 with Mr. H. Powell in the chair. It was decided to hold the sports meeting on a Saturday in August. Lord Forester (Mayor) was elected president, Mr. H. H. Powell chairman, Messrs. L. Harris and I. Cross secretaries. It is anticipated that the sports will be confined to residents in the borough of Wenlock.
PETTY SESSIONS. Tuesday, before Councillors J. H.A. Whitley
(chairman), W. Bishop. W. Roberts, and Ald. B. Maddox.—John W. Greenhalgh, beerhouse-keeper,
Linley Brook, was charged with riding a bicycle without lights by P.C. Dodd
(Jackfield). Defendant pleaded guilty and was fined 5s.— Joseph Cox, railway
crossing keeper, Strethill, Iron-Bridge, was charged with keeping a dog without
a license. P.C. Ewels (Iron-Bridge) proved the case, and defendant. who did not
appear, was fined 7s. 6d.—Mary Newton Wall, MarriedWoman, Little Wenlock, was
fined 7s.. 6d. for keeping a dog without a license. P.C. Weston (Little
Wenlock) proved the case.—Philip Joseph Hall, labourer, was charged with riding
a bicycle without a light by Sergt. Lovatt (Much Wenlock). Defendant pleaded
guilty and was fined 5s.—William Henry Northall, cowman, Madeley, was charged
with stealing a piece of timber, value 2s. 6d.. the property of E. Finch, timber
haulier, Madeley. Mr. Finch said the pole was taken from the Blest's Hill
Coppice and was his property. George Pickering, Madeley, stated he went down
the
BAZAAR.—A two-days' bazaar was on Wednesday opened in the Town Hall by Mrs. Heywood (Tickwood Hall) in the absence of Mrs. Rouse Boughton (Linley Hall), who was ill. The Rev. A. C. Howell (rector) introduced Mrs. Heywood and stated the proceeds of a bazaar were in aid of structural alterations to the Town Hall, which needed renovation. After the bazaar had been declared open Mr. A. C. Downes (warden) proposed a vote of thanks to Mrs. Heywood, which was carried with applause. The well-laden stalls were in charge of Miss Potts (2). Mrs. F. H. Potts. Mrs. T. Powell. Mrs. Howells. (Field House). Mrs. Thorn-Pudsey, Mrs. Prestage, and Miss Collins, Mrs. G. Potts, and Mrs. B. S. White. There were several sideshows and competitions, which added to the brightness of the event. Messrs. W. Davis and F. S. Francis superintended the musical arrangements. Selections were given by the Iron-Bridge Orchestra (conducted by T. Griffiths), the local glee party, whilst songs were contributed by Miss Winnie Wood, Miss Flo Millward. Mr. Mrs. W. Davies, and a piano solo by Miss Watkis. There was not a moment. and a committee of ladies, with Dr. G. D. Collins and Mr. A. C. Downes (wardens) are to be congratulated on their successful efforts. The takings on Wednesday amounted to £133.
JACKFIELD
CONCERT.- By the Free Bridge on Sunday evening, the local prize band, with their new silver instruments, gave a delightful concert, under the able directorship of Mr J. Wylde. A large crowd contributed to the band funds.
20th May 1922
IRON BRIDGE
POLICE COURT, Saturday, before Messrs. F. R. Smith and J.
Nicklin.— Arthur Richard Shaw Corner, a one-legged ex-service man, and by trade
a watch-maker, a native of London, was brought up in custody charged with
leaving his wife and two children chargeable to the Madeley poor-law
institution. — P.C. Weston (Little Wenlock) gave evidence as to the arJst of
defendant in
JACKFIELD.
DANCE—The local Prize Band held the first of a series of dances in aid of the new instrument fund at The Gymnasium Room, Jackfield (kindly lent by Messrs. Maw & Co., Ltd.), and considering the uncertain weather it was a great success, about 50 being present. The Band supplied the music and the buffet was in the capable hands of the Ladles' Committee, composed of Mesdames Tranter, Keates, Hearn, Wilson, Perkins and Lewis, and proved a profitable asset. Mr. C. Jones was a capable M.C.
27th May 1922
BROSELEY.
AFTER FIVE YEARS.— Lance-Corpl. John Griffiths, was in 1917 wounded in the Battle of Ypres, and last week in a Birmingham Hospital Dr. Stewart extracted the German bullet which had been in his leg five years. He is making steady progress. He joined the army at the outbreak of the war.
ANNIVERSARY. — The Congregationalists celebrated their Sunday
school anniversary on Sunday and was as usual well attended. The collections
taken on behalf of the school funds amounted to £9 5s. Mr. W. H. Hudson of
3rd June 1922
JACKFIELD.
St Mary's. Whit-Sunday. Special Preachers at Sung Eucharist and Evensong, Rev. H. T. Valentine. Collections for U.M.C.A.
EMPLOYEES' EXCURSION.
The present year being the jubilee of the incorporation of
Craven Dunnill and Co., Ltd., wall and floor tile manufacturers, the board of
directors decided, on the recommendation of their managing director, Mr F. C.
Howells, to celebrate the occasion by giving all their employees some form of entertainment.
With this in view a meeting of the staff and workers generally was, some little
time ago, convened, and suggestions invited as to what form they would like the
celebration to take. Several suggestions were put forward and finally an excursion
to
Birkenhead was reached in good time and by 9:30 the party had
crossed over to
The secretary of the company, Mr. J. A. Yorke, proposed the health of the chairman and his co-directors, and spoke of the very successful manner in which the affairs, of the Company had progressed under their very able direction and also mentioned the fact that not only had the Company had the benefit of their wide business experience and ability, but in addition these gentlemen came forward with financial help at a time when it was greatly needed. The toast was splendidly received and Mr. Yates, in reply, thanked the assembly for the very hearty manner in which they had received it, remarking that the directors worked very harmoniously together and that they had always been very pleased to acquiesce in any suggestions that were brought forward for the successful conduct of the business and the welfare of ail concerned.
The chairman proposed the health of Mr. F. C. Howells, and in an eulogistic speech congratulated him on the excellent way in which he carried out his duties as managing director. He had known Mr. Howells for about 25 years and had always known him to be a hard worker; he had the fullest confidence in his ability. Therefore he had no qualms on the subject of investing his money in the Company when approached to do so by him. He also spoke in the highest praise of the work accomplished by Mr. Howells in retrieving the fortunes of the Company. Mr. Yates coupled the name of Mrs. Howells with that of Mr. Howells, remarking that he knew she had been a great help to him by giving inspiration and encouragement at a time when ho greatly needed it. The toast was enthusiastically received and accompanied with musical honours.
Mr. Howells, on rising to respond, was visibly affected at the warmth of his reception, which, he said, had completely overwhelmed him, and he scarcely knew how to thank the chairman for his very kind remarks, and the assembly for the exceptionally hearty manner in which they had received the toast and drank his health and that of his wife. He was very sorry indeed that Mrs. Howells was not well enough to be present and he assured them she also was very disappointed, for certainly if she could have possibly been there she would have been. He then referred to the exceptionally bad conditions of trade and the gloomy aspect prevailing at the time the present directors took over the management of the Company and the serious loss sustained during the war years, and expressed his gratitude and thanks to his friends the directors and shareholders generally for the confidence and the unstinted support they had given him during the depressing times through which they had struggled to success. He much regretted the present unsatisfactory state of the tile trade and ventured to say that in normal times it had never been worse. Consequently he was very sorry it was not possible to find full time employment for all departments. Never the less he felt they had reason to be pleased with their position when compared with that of the other tile manufacturers. There were signs of improvement, but he feared the progress would be rather slow for some little time. Referring to the success of the Company, he remarked that he could achieve little by himself, but with the united assistance of all the employees he believed he could accomplish much and he would take that opportunity of asking them to put their shoulders to the wheel and to do all they could to assist him to further success, and in return he would do ally he possibly could to help them. He was pleased to say, and he was sure they would be glad to know, that his co-directors were just as anxious for the welfare of all their workpeople as for their own and that they were certainly out to do the best they could for everybody in their employ. He said: One thing I want you all to do is to carefully watch and guard against wastefulness. I always endeavour to impress the importance of this upon you. Another thing is to avoid carelessness in your work. These are two very important matters and cannot be over-emphasised, for when observed they tend greatly to the success of any firm. I do not wish to make any rash promises, but I am going to make one which is, that if you will do your duty in future, I will endeavour to persuade my co-directors to give you an outing annually and I believe I shall succeed in this." In concluding, Mr. Howells said:—"At the moment I call to mind one or two of our old-employees I should like to have seen with us today. Our old carpenter, John Smith, for one, and Ted Lister for another. Unfortunately their absence is due to sickness, for which I am very sorry. I assure you that nothing could possibly have given me greater pleasure than I have experienced in meeting you on this occasion and again I express my sincere thanks to Mr. Yates for the very kind remarks he made when proposing my health and that of my wife and also to you, ladies and gentlemen, for the hearty manner in which you received them."
The toast "The Employees" was proposed by Mr.
Edwards, director, who spoke of the distress it caused him to see the low wages
that were being paid in the district at the time the works were taken over by
the new management. He, however, was very glad to see that matters had been
very much improved in this direction and also spoke of the pleasure it gave him
to be present that day and hoped it would be possible to repeat the excursion
next year. Messrs. J. H. Owen (
Mr. Howells proposed the health of the visitors, coupling the names of Messrs. Flavell and Bagley. In replying, Mr. Flavell expressed the pleasure it had given him to be present that day and said that their policy was not to destroy was called capitalism, but to get to get the work people to pull together in harmony with the management and as the name of their name implied they desired their members to be workers and had no sympathy with the man who would not work. Mr. Bagley also supported Mr. Flavell in his remarks.
This concluded the toasts and the assembly broke up and
proceeded to visit the various places of amusement in New -Brighton and to view
the May horse parade in
It may be mentioned that, in addition to defraying the railway expenses, every employee was entertained to lunch and tea and also received a full day's wage. A savings club was started in November last of which, practically all employees became members, with the result that a substantial amount was distributed the day before the excursion.
BROSELEY.
CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH.—Continuation services were held on Sunday the preacher being Mr. A. Marsh of Oldbury. Anniversary hymns were repeated by the children and choir, and a solo was rendered by Miss Mabel Denstone. The conductor was Mr. Thomas Denstone, and the organist Miss L. Jones.
IRONBRIDGE.
POLICE COURT, Thursday (Before Councillor W. Roberts).—Ralph Keay and Arthur Rhodes, inmates of the Madeley Poor Law Institution, were brought up in custody charged with absconding from the institution with the workhouse clothes, value £3 19s. 6d.—The Master, Mr. Hopley, stated he sent the youths to work in the garden, and when he went later into the garden to see how they were going on, he found they had decamped with the clothes.—P-C. Kershaw stated he arrested the prisoners that morning, and charged them with the offence, which they admitted.— They were bound over in the sum of £5 to be of good behaviour for six months. They returned to the house.
BENTHALL.
CRICKET.- The great match between Mr. Darlington’s XI. and Benthall was played on May 31st. at Benthall, when Benthall won by the margin of four runs.
10th June 1922
BROSELEY.
BURIAL BOARD.—Dr. G. O. Collins pre- sided at a meeting of this board, when the business transacted was of a purely formal character
SOCIAL CLUB.— The anniversary was celebrated on Tuesday in the form of a dance on the green, which was well at- tended. Mr, J. Lister's jazz band supplied the music, and Mr. L. Lloyd officiated as M.C..
DANCE.—Under the auspices of the local cricket club, a successful dance was held this week on the cricket flat. Mr. S. Ashwood was a capable M.C., whilst Mr. L. Dixon supplied spirited music. Mr. P. Jones was an up-to-date secretary. The proceeds were in aid of the club.
ANNIVERSARY.—On Sunday Birch
Meadow Street Baptist Sunday school held their 108th anniversary, when
two very able sermons were preached by Pastor W. C. Plail of Ebenezer Chapel,
Tottenham,
DISTRICT COUNCIL, Wednesday.—Ald. D. L. Prestage presided.—Mr. Herbert reported a nuisance at Hockley, complained of at the last meeting, had now been abated.—Mrs. Johnstone attended the meeting, and complained of a nuisance existing in Simpson's Lane, the smell being very offensive. Inspector Herbert and Mr. A. Davis were instru